Bilingual Resource Counselor

Community Interface Services
  • Escondido, CA
  • $23–$25 Per Hour
  • Full-time
  • Instant Apply
4 days ago

Job Description

Community Interface Services is hiring a Full-Time Resource Counselor to support adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities in achieving greater independence. If you're passionate about helping others, building strong relationships, and being a social services motivator, this is the best fit for you!This position earns a starting range of $23-25 per hour, with a flexible schedule Monday through Friday. If you are interested in community-driven work, then become part of our dynamic, person-centered team.Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Resource Counselor, you will work with participants in our Independent Living program and provide individualized, person-centered support to each person. This support could look like assisting with maintaining housing, accessing resources for children at school and in the community, or navigating housing assistance programs. You will manage a caseload of participants independently scheduled and follow up with each person to ensure they receive the support needed to maintain housing or quality of life. Each individual has unique circumstances, and as the Resource Counselor you will be navigating different resources and benefits. This position requires a high level of communication, persistence, and problem solving. This role is hands-on, one-on-one focused, and essential to improving the quality of life for those we serve. Since we support individuals within their own home or their community, there's expected to travel within the Valley Center/Escondido/San Marcos area.The ideal candidate:Bilingual highly preferred Experience with accessing benefits and resources related to housingStrong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skillsAbility to work with diverse populationsA High School Diploma or GED required (bachelor's degree preferred)A valid California driver's license, reliable vehicle, insurance, a safe driving record, and 2+ years of driving experienceAbout UsCommunity Interface Services has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the San Diego Union-Tribune for six consecutive years. We value independence, inclusion, collaboration, and professional growth.Since 1983, Community Interface Services has been empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities through individualized, community-based support. We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people thrive in employment, housing, community inclusion, and daily living.Our Benefits Include:Low-cost Medical, Dental, Vision & Life InsurancePaid initial and ongoing trainingMileage reimbursement for work related travelEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO)Section 125 Flexible Spending AccountProfessional development & internal promotion opportunitiesEmployer funded retirement planIf you're passionate about supporting people in building independence, confidence, and meaningful connections in their community, apply now and start your journey with Community Interface Services!If you're passionate about supporting people in building independence, confidence, and meaningful connections in their community, apply now and start your journey with Community Interface Services!

Numbers & Facts

LocationEscondido, CA
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$23–$25 Per Hour

Skills

  • Case Managementunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Community Supportunmatched
  • Community and Social Servicesunmatched
  • Developmental Disabilitiesunmatched
  • Driver's Licenseunmatched
  • High School Diplomaunmatched
  • Insuranceunmatched
  • Multilingualunmatched
  • Nonprofitunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Reimbursementunmatched
  • Section 125 Pre-Tax Planunmatched
  • Social Workunmatched
  • Willing to Travelunmatched

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